Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing

9731 East Cherry Bend Road, Traverse City, Michigan 49684

Phone: (231) 932-9272

4/5Above Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 4/5 stars — "Above Average."
Total nurse staffing of 5.5 hrs/resident/day is well above the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is strong at 1.30 hours per resident per day.
No fines recorded in the current CMS reporting period.
19 deficiencies recorded, including 2 severe.
CMS records show an abuse-related flag for this facility. Contact the state ombudsman for details.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Above Average

Health Inspection

Below Average

Staffing

Much Above Average

Quality Measures

Much Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	5.51
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	1.30
Staff Turnover Rate	41.4%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	22
Average Residents/Day	18.5
Ownership Type	For profit - Corporation
Provider Type	Medicare
Continuing Care Community	Yes
Resident & Family Council	None
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	235611

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing?

Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Above Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing have?

Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing is a small facility with 22 certified beds and an average of 18.5 residents per day. It is located in Traverse City, Michigan.

What is the staffing level at Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing?

Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing provides 5.51 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is above the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 1.30 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 41.4%.

Has Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing received any fines or penalties?

Yes, Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing has received 0 fines totaling $0 and 1 total penalty. The facility has 19 recorded deficiencies, including 2 severe.

What type of ownership is Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing?

Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing is classified as "For profit - Corporation" by CMS. It is part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC).

Is Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing is certified as "Medicare" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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